Breast Augmentation, Reduction and Reconstruction Seminar

Have you been considering a breast augmentation, breast reduction or breast reconstruction but would like to get more information? Dr. Ali will be conducting Advances in Plastic Surgery: Understanding Breast Augmentation, a one-hour seminar on Tuesday, August 27th from 5-6pm at St. Joseph hospital in Port Huron, Michigan.

Dr. Ali is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery. During this seminar Dr. Ali will explore plastic surgery options available to meet the unique needs of individual patients who are ultimately working toward obtaining a healthy self-image. This seminar will be a solid overview of breast enhancement surgery for anyone who is considering a procedure either now or in the near future.

This free event includes hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. For more information and to make your reservation to attend, please call 1-888-MERCYME (1-888-637- 2963). Seating is limited and registration is required.

New Breast Implant Approved

Mentor Worldwide, maker of high quality implants for breast augmentation announced it has received FDA approval on a new implant. The MemoryShape is an anatomically-shaped cohesive silicone gel implant designed to be used in breast augmentation and breast reconstruction.

The silicone gel in the MemoryShape breast implant contains more cross-linking compared to the silicone gel used in Mentor’s previously approved implant. This increased cross-linking results in a silicone gel that is firmer.

Research shows that patient satisfaction with breast augmentation is 98 percent, and continued advancements such as this will only serve to maintain and improve this number. Women now have more choices than ever to achieve a natural result, and plastic surgeons have another safe alternative to offer.

As with all FDA approvals, Mentor is required to conduct a series of post-approval studies to assess long-term safety and effectiveness.

This approval makes the Mentor MemoryShape implant the fifth FDA-approved silicone gel-filled breast implant available in the United States.

Anti Aging: Don’t Forget Your Neck

Many women use a variety of products and undergo anti-aging facial treatments like Botox®. While these are very effective, it’s important to remember to also treat your neck with kindness. A person’s overall look can be compromised by an aging neck.

If you use daily anti-aging products, make sure to include you neck when washing and moisturizing. In order to decrease pulling on the skin, apply products in an upward motion so that you’re not stretching the skin in a downward fashion.

For quality anti-aging skincare products, consider a daily regimen from Image Skincare, Obaji or NeoCutis. An extensive line of these products is available from Amae Plastic Surgery Center. We also offer a full range of anti-aging treatments, injectables and surgical procedures. For more information, contact us today.

What is an Arm Lift?

According to the recent statistics, arm lifts are on the rise. So, what is an arm lift?

The procedure, also called brachioplasty, is designed to remove the flabby skin and fat beneath the upper arm (from the elbow to the shoulder). Often times, even with good muscle tone and regular workouts there is still excess skin in this area, causing that “wiggle” beneath the upper arm.

An arm lift may include a combination of liposuction (for fat removal) and surgery to remove excess skin. An incision is made beneath or toward the back of the arm, and the length of the incision may vary. In some cases, incisions can be small and supporting tissue tightened.

An arm lift improves the contour of the upper arm, and the results typically are long-lasting provided proper weight is maintained.

If you are considering plastic surgery, contact Dr. Ali of Amae Plastic Surgery Center for a confidential consultation.

U.S. Still Number One in Plastic Surgery

According to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, the Unite States is the top country for volume of plastic surgery procedures. In fact, just over 3.1 million procedures were done in the USA. The top plastic surgery performed in the US is breast augmentation, with liposuction following a close second. In addition, the US has the most plastic surgeons.

If you’re considering plastic surgery, don’t go out of the country. US plastic surgeons are highly experienced and have access to the best medical facilities and technologies in the world.

Recent Study Shows the Effectiveness of a Face Lift

A study recently conducted in England and Scotland shows that over ¾ of facelift patients look younger five years after surgery than before they had the surgery. The study used a range of objective and subjective measures, including measuring jowl height and chin to neck angle as well as an overall subjective measure of the participants appearance. The findings indicate that 76 percent of patients will still look younger 5-1/2 years after their facelift (than prior to the facelift), showing strong evidence that facelifts provide excellent long-term aesthetic improvements.

The study is scheduled to be published in the December issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Happy Holidays from Amae Plastic Surgery Center

Once again we are teaming up with the Baldwin Center, in Pontiac, to help families in need. The Baldwin Center not only provides clothes and food but also provides a safe place for children to play and learn without fear.

We need your HELP!

  • Bring in ONE $25.00 grocery store gift card (Kroger, Meijer, etc…) which will be donated to the Baldwin Center and recieve ONE complimentary Microdermabrasion.

OR

  • Bring in a $25.00 grocery store gift card and ONE unwrapped toy which we will donate to the Baldwin Center and receive TWO coupons for $25.00 OFF Botox. One coupon to use now and one coupon towards a future date.

Toys need to be turned into our office no later than December 7th at 12:00pm. Grocery store gift cards will be accepted until December 21 at 12:00pm

Thank you for your generosity!

For more information, visit www.baldwincenter.org.

More Doctors Working to Raise Awareness of Breast Reconstruction

In response to the ASPS initiative to raise awareness of the availability of breast reconstruction to breast cancer mastectomy patients, many doctors, hospitals and specialists are insuring that women are aware of their options.

While a 1998 federal law mandates all women who have had a mastectomy be provided universal coverage for breast reconstruction, many women remain unaware that reconstruction is available as an option. In 2010, New York state introduced legislation requiring that hospitals inform breast cancer patients about their reconstructive rights and options. However, there are many women who underwent a mastectomy prior to that law who remain unaware.

At the Comprehensive Breast Center of Baystate Medical Center in Massachusetts, specialists and physicians collaborate to insure patients are aware of the availability of breast reconstruction.

These are wonderful examples of medical professionals being proactive in raising awareness of patients’ rights and options. While there is more work to be done, it is encouraging to see the industry responding to this challenge and truly making a difference.

ASPS Announces Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day

Due to widespread lack of information about breast reconstruction options available to breast cancer victims, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons is announcing Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) USA Day and a corresponding media campaign to raise awareness.

Many women do not know about their breast reconstruction options, and this lack of information can frequently result in diminished self-image and quality of life of women who undergo a mastectomy. In general misconceptions include:

  • Lack of awareness that post-mastectomy breast reconstruction is frequently covered by insurance
  • 70% of eligible women don’t understand their breast reconstruction options

The goal of BRA Day USA is to ensure that all breast cancer patients are fully informed of their surgical options and supported by a team of medical professionals working together for the patient’s best interest.

The awareness campaign has designated the third Wednesday of October as BRA Day USA, and this year’s date is October 17th. The selection of a day in October is significant in that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month.

As part of the campaign the ASPS has partnered with singing sensation Jewel, who has become the national spokesperson for BRA Day 2012. Jewel has recorded Flower, a song written in support of the campaign and she will be performing a charity concert in New Orleans on October 29, 2012. Proceeds will be donated to The Breast Reconstruction Awareness Fund of The Plastic Surgery Foundation and be used to support PSF research and breast reconstruction organizations, including the Breastoration program of the Cancer Association of Greater New Orleans.

You can download the song Flower from iTunes and Amazon.com

For more information, visit:www.breastreconusa.org.
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Fall Botox Event

Howdy from Amae!

It’s that time of year for our semi-annual BOTOX BONANZA!

Wednesday, September 26
from 2pm to 7pm

It’s time to grab the bull by the horns and treat yourself to an evening of beauty. We will be offering specials on Botox, Juvederm, Sculptra, skin care products and chemical peels.

Specials to hoot and holler about!

  • BOTOX: First area $169, second area $169 and the third area $149
  • JUVEDERM: $429 for a full syringe
  • SKIN CARE: 20% off all products
  • SCULPTRA AESTHETIC: $100 off your first series
  • CUSTOM CHEMICAL PEELS: 20% off each peel (including Vi Peel)
  • LATISSE: $99 (one per customer)

Bring a friend and enjoy light refreshments and appetizers.

Space will be limited for injectables, so call today to schedule your appointment.

Please RSVP by September 12.

(248) 335-7200

www.drali.com

*Call office for details. Specials are only valid during day of event*